May 25th 2024.
According to reports from local media, a devastating landslide has struck a remote area in northern Papua New Guinea, resulting in the burial of over 300 individuals. This tragic event was confirmed by Aimos Akem, a member of parliament for the Lagaip open electorate in Enga province, in an interview with the PNG Post-Courier. It is believed that the landslide also claimed the destruction of 1,182 homes in the Maip Muritaka Rural LLG, as reported by the Xinhua news agency.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, at approximately 3:00 a.m. local time. The landslide, which occurred in Kaokalam village in Enga province, had a devastating impact on the community. Located over 600 km northwest of PNG's capital, Port Moresby, the village was left in ruins following the disaster.
As of now, details about the exact cause and extent of the landslide are still being awaited. This tragic event has left many in shock and mourning, as the loss of life and destruction of homes is a huge blow to the community. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by this devastating natural disaster.
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